Comau, Inc.

Maurizio Pollano

Giovanni Di Stefano

Ugo Ghirardi

Francesco Beccarisi

Andrea Ascheri

A method for assembling and installing arrays () of photovoltaic solar panels (P) in an outdoor field, includes a first step of assembling an array () of photovoltaic solar panels, which is carried out with the aid of at least one robot (R) in a transportable station (S), located adjacent to the installation field (F). In a second step the assembled array () of photovoltaic solar panels is transported from the station (S) to the site of installation of the array () of photovoltaic solar panels with the aid of a motorized carriage (V) controlled by an operator external to the carriage. Finally, the method includes a third step of assembling the array () of photovoltaic solar panels thus transported, wherein the array () of photovoltaic solar panels is mounted on support structures () previously prepared in the installation field (F).

Method and system for assembling and installing arrays of photovoltaic solar panels in an outdoor field

An accessory device for use with an automated guided vehicle (AGV) to assist loading and unloading of components onto the AGV for transport by the AGV. In one example, an electric motor, two lifting devices and an inverted omega-shaped upper platform are used to selectively raise and lower the component. In another example an accessory is positioned on a central portion of the upper platform to engage a pallet to further assist loading, unloading and positioning of the pallet relative to the AGV.

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Grugliasco, Italy

Maurizio Pollano